Departmental Specialist 13 - CCWIS (Adoption and Financials Product Owner)

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Product Owner to lead the development of the Comprehensive Child Welfare Information System. This pivotal role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure the product meets business needs while managing agile tasks such as user story creation and backlog prioritization. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in case management and decision-making, along with experience in the MiSACWIS/CCWIS framework. Join this dynamic team to make a significant impact on child welfare services in the community.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with MiSACWIS/CCWIS.
• Strong understanding of adoption and eligibility processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation activities for the CCWIS module.
• Engage with stakeholders to align product vision with business needs.

Skills

Case Management

Decision-Making

Agile Methodology

User Story Creation

Backlog Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) - Product Owner (CCWIS Adoption/Payment)

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is seeking a Product Owner for the Comprehensive Child Welfare Information System (CCWIS), focusing on the Adoption/Payment module related to payments and eligibility. This role involves advanced knowledge in case management, adoption, and eligibility processes, and requires decision-making skills to support the development and prioritization of the module, which has a broad stakeholder community and significant importance beyond MDHHS.

The PO is a key leadership role responsible for engaging in design, development, and implementation activities, including daily agile tasks such as user story creation, acceptance criteria establishment, and backlog prioritization. The PO must ensure the product aligns with business needs and maintain an in-depth understanding of the backlog to make informed decisions.

Guided by the CCWIS Executive Committee and the Director, the PO will operate with a degree of independence to implement the product vision, considering input from various stakeholders and collaborating with system and business owners, including existing MiSACWIS support resources. Candidates should have at least three years of experience working on the MiSACWIS/CCWIS team.

Application Requirements

• Apply online via NEOGOV; hard copies are not accepted.
• Document relevant experience and education in your resume, transcript, or application.
• Attach a resume with specific experience and employment dates.
• Include a cover letter and, if applicable, official transcripts.
• Attach a writing sample on accessing members of an ongoing case.

Failure to complete these items may result in disqualification. For attachment instructions, see the provided link.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in any major is required.

Four years of professional experience, including two years at the P11 level or one year at the 12 level.

Position Details

The physical location is 235 S. Grand Ave, Lansing, MI. Remote or hybrid work requests may be considered based on operational needs.

Employees working remotely must have a suitable home office setup, including a secure location, high-speed internet, and necessary utilities.

Additional Information

The use of AI software during the application process is prohibited. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The department may close the posting early once sufficient applications are received.

For position-specific inquiries, contact Ellicia Jackson at [e-mail]. Please include the job posting number in your subject line.

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